Micaceous Iron Oxide

Flaky micaceous iron oxide (MIO) for anti-corrosive primers and protective coatings. HTS 2821.10.00 covers this lamellar iron oxide variant with ≥70% Fe2O3. Provides barrier protection in marine paints.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%3.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%3.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%3.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%3.7%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3209.90.00.00Higher: 40.9% vs 28.7%

If surface-treated for paints

Treated iron oxide pigments in paint preparations classify under Chapter 32.

2601.11.00Higher: 35% vs 28.7%

If non-concentrated natural ores

Unprocessed iron ores below pigment purity stay in Chapter 26.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify lamellar structure in docs; differentiates from standard pigments

Test for combined iron content; natural MIO must meet threshold

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